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Updated: Hiker dies near Lake Louise

Updated: Hiker dies near Lake Louise

A 65-year-old Calgary man is dead after falling while scrambling on steep rocky terrain in an area near Lake Louise in Banff National Park. Hikers discovered the body of the man near Turquoise Lake Monday (Aug.
More candidates announce municipal election plans

More candidates announce municipal election plans

Incumbent councillor Corrie DiManno and born and raised Banffite Barry Ferguson are the latest residents seeking a seat on Banff council in the October municipal election.
Alpine, Stoney Nakoda Casino ink lease deal

Alpine, Stoney Nakoda Casino ink lease deal

For those thrilled by a scenic tour over the majestic Rocky Mountains, and those who find the noise of helicopter traffic annoying, there is good news from the Stoney Nakoda Nation.
Predatory worm emerges from Burgess Shale

Predatory worm emerges from Burgess Shale

The Cambrian Period is known for its unusual creatures, some of which are beautiful and impossibly delicate; others are robust and well-armoured and a few, such as the newest creature to emerge from the fossil record, are the stuff of nightmares.
Quebec youth charged with illegal camping

Quebec youth charged with illegal camping

Two groups of young Quebecers who stopped in Banff National Park on their way to the West Coast and set up their tents to camp overnight were fined in provincial court this month.
Charges filed against contractors in 2015 gas explosion

Charges filed against contractors in 2015 gas explosion

An investigation by Occupational Health and Safety into the June 2015 gas explosion that shook the town of Canmore has resulted in multiple charges being laid by Crown prosecutors under the workplace safety act legislation.
Canmore council approves affordable housing project

Canmore council approves affordable housing project

Canmore’s outgoing council of elected officials has approved a 49-unit perpetually affordable housing project for development by a local builder.
Brewery trio fashion beer for Walk a Mile

Brewery trio fashion beer for Walk a Mile

Canmorites won’t have to walk far to get this year’s Walk a Mile special brew. Grizzly Paw, along with partners Banff Ave. Brewing Co.
Post parking plebiscite pass program probed

Post parking plebiscite pass program probed

The Town of Banff has investigated options for residential parking permits in the tourist town should paid parking ever go ahead.
Banff says new parade time successful

Banff says new parade time successful

The Town of Banff says to the annual Canada Day parade were successful and they hope to maintain the new service level into the future. This year, the Town of Banff decided to change its parade time from 5 p.m.
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